Intellectual Property for the Micro-Entrepreneur

Learn basic principles of copyright, trademark, trade secret, and patent law, with emphasis on how micro-entrepreneurs should be advised as they develop their business ideas and confront the need to protect their own intellectual property assets and avoid infringing the intellectual property rights of others. The session will include discussion of the advantages of timely registration, practicalities of various search options, strategies for obtaining federal registration, and issues raised when the micro-entrepreneur’s business includes an online presence.

Speakers:

• James K. Stronski, Partner, Crowell & Moring LLP
• Anne Li, Counsel, Crowell & Moring LLP
• Preetha Chakrabarti, Associate, Crowell & Moring LLP

CLE Credit: 2 credits total: 1 hour of professional practice/practice management and 1 hour skills. This program provides transitional credit for newly admitted attorneys.

Note: Registration will run from 6 to 6:30 p.m. EST. An informal reception will follow the program.